Storm Prompts Maryland to Ask Insurers for Leniency on Cancellations

February 10, 2010

The Maryland Insurance Administration has issued a bulletin insurers in the state asking them to accommodate policyholders who have been impacted by last week’s massive snowstorm.

Gov. Martin O’Malley declared a state of emergency in Maryland on Friday

“Because of this unusual weather, daily life has been disrupted for many consumers,” the bulletin from Acting Commissioner Beth Sammis says. “To avoid cancellations for personal auto insurance and homeowners insurance, I encourage insurers to provide reasonable accommodations to policyholders during this time, including, but not limited to, a grace period for premium payment.”

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Source: Maryland Insurance Administration

Topics Carriers Windstorm

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Latest Comments

  • February 11, 2010 at 9:15 am
    Md Agent says:
    Marty, What does snow have to do with the abiity to pay? If the public can't get to the mailbox then they should make a phone payment. It's simple!
  • February 10, 2010 at 1:39 am
    Tom says:
    Ha, ha, very funny - you know it's only a one way street.
  • February 10, 2010 at 12:55 pm
    Agentman says:
    Is the state of Maryland also asking for leniency in the payment of claims from insurance companies. You know the storm could slow them down as well.

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